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Carnival Features

Everything the Carnival offers — technology, safety, comfort, and its hybrid powertrain — explained in plain language, with the trims that include each feature. The definitive guide before you choose a trim.

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The complete feature guide

What this vehicle offers

Explore everything the Carnival offers, grouped by category. Each feature shows which trims include it.

14verified features
5categories
3standard lineup-wide
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Highlights

Standout features

The strongest verified features across the lineup — at a glance, before the category breakdowns.

Cargo
145.1 cu-ft of cargo space
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up.
Why it matters It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry.
Standard
Interior
168.2 cu-ft passenger volume
The total interior space measured for passengers.
Why it matters More passenger volume means more room to stretch out, front and back.
Standard
Performance
Front Wheel Drive
Which wheels the engine actually drives.
Why it matters It affects traction, cabin packaging, and confidence in poor weather.
Standard
Exterior
17-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificLX, LXS, LXS Hybrid
Exterior
19-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificEX, EX Hybrid, SX, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige, SX Prestige Hybrid
Hybrid
Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in.
Why it matters Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving.
Trim-specificLXS Hybrid, EX Hybrid, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige Hybrid
Interior
Seating for 7
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Trim-specificLX
Interior
Seating for 8
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Trim-specificLXS, LXS Hybrid, EX, EX Hybrid, SX, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige, SX Prestige Hybrid
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Technology Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for infotainment, displays, and smartphone integration requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Safety Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for driver assistance and active safety systems requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
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Performance
Features

Performance

Powertrain, drivetrain, and dynamics.

Front Wheel Drive
Which wheels the engine actually drives.
Why it matters It affects traction, cabin packaging, and confidence in poor weather.
Standard
242 horsepower
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce.
Why it matters More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration.
Trim-specificLXS Hybrid, EX Hybrid, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige Hybrid
287 horsepower
Peak power the engine — or, on a hybrid, the combined system — can produce.
Why it matters More horsepower generally means easier merging, passing, and confident acceleration.
Trim-specificLX, LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige
6-Speed Automatic
How the engine's power is geared and delivered to the wheels.
Why it matters It shapes how the car responds when you accelerate and how it settles at a cruise.
Trim-specificLXS Hybrid, EX Hybrid, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige Hybrid
8-Speed Auto w/H-Matic Shift
How the engine's power is geared and delivered to the wheels.
Why it matters It shapes how the car responds when you accelerate and how it settles at a cruise.
Trim-specificLX, LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige
Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4
The engine and its basic layout — displacement, cylinder count, and whether it is turbocharged.
Why it matters It sets how the car accelerates and how it feels to drive every day.
Trim-specificLXS Hybrid, EX Hybrid, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige Hybrid
Regular Gasoline V-6
The engine and its basic layout — displacement, cylinder count, and whether it is turbocharged.
Why it matters It sets how the car accelerates and how it feels to drive every day.
Trim-specificLX, LXS, EX, SX, SX Prestige
Buyer tip

Hybrid vs. gas: weigh total cost

Hybrid trims usually carry a higher sticker price but lower fuel bills over time. How quickly that pays off depends on how many miles you drive each year — worth weighing before you fixate on the upfront number.

Features

Interior

Seating, materials, and cabin appointments.

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168.2 cu-ft passenger volume
The total interior space measured for passengers.
Why it matters More passenger volume means more room to stretch out, front and back.
Standard
Seating for 7
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Trim-specificLX
Seating for 8
How many occupants the cabin is designed to seat.
Why it matters It determines whether the whole family or carpool rides comfortably.
Trim-specificLXS, LXS Hybrid, EX, EX Hybrid, SX, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige, SX Prestige Hybrid
Exterior
Features

Exterior

Styling, lighting, and wheels.

17-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificLX, LXS, LXS Hybrid
19-inch wheels
The diameter of the wheels fitted to the car.
Why it matters Larger wheels change the stance; smaller wheels tend to ride more comfortably.
Trim-specificEX, EX Hybrid, SX, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige, SX Prestige Hybrid
Comfort Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for seating comfort, climate, and convenience equipment requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Did you know?

Tech keeps trickling down

Features once reserved for luxury cars — wireless smartphone integration, adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring — are increasingly standard on mainstream sedans. Check each trim's equipment to see where the line falls.

Connectivity Equipment data pending. Feature-level availability for wireless connectivity and onboard services requires a structured equipment feed — these appear here, with the trims that include each one, once the approved feed is connected.
Cargo
Features

Cargo

Storage, loading, and versatility.

145.1 cu-ft of cargo space
How much the trunk holds with the rear seats up.
Why it matters It sets how much luggage, gear, or groceries you can carry.
Standard
Features

Hybrid

Hybrid-electric powertrain features.

Hybrid-Electric Powertrain
Pairs a gasoline engine with electric motors and a battery that recharges as you drive — no plugging in.
Why it matters Hybrids typically use noticeably less fuel than a comparable gas-only engine, especially in city driving.
Trim-specificLXS Hybrid, EX Hybrid, SX Hybrid, SX Prestige Hybrid
Availability

How features change across the lineup

A quick read on what every trim shares and what each trim group adds — the full feature-by-trim detail lives in the trim comparison.

Shared across the lineup
Every trim (9)
145.1 cu-ft of cargo space · 168.2 cu-ft passenger volume · Front Wheel Drive
Gas trims
LX · LXS · EX · SX · SX Prestige
287 horsepower · 8-Speed Auto w/H-Matic Shift · Regular Gasoline V-6
Hybrid trims
LXS Hybrid · EX Hybrid · SX Hybrid · SX Prestige Hybrid
242 horsepower · 6-Speed Automatic · Hybrid-Electric Powertrain · Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4
Top-trim equipment
Exclusive to LX
Seating for 7

Optional and package-controlled equipment is tracked per trim in our catalog and varies by configuration — see the trim comparison for the full feature-by-trim breakdown rather than a row-by-row list here.

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The lineup

Available across the Carnival lineup

LX

LX

From $37,490

At $37,490, the 2027 Kia Carnival LX centers the range on Gas V-6 power and Front Wheel Drive.

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LXS

LXS

From $39,490

The LXS gives the 2027 Kia Carnival a gas, front-wheel-drive configuration with seating for 8 and a clear utility focus.

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LXS Hybrid

LXS Hybrid

From $41,490

The 2027 Kia Carnival LXS Hybrid separates itself with a Hybrid powertrain, a 6-Speed Automatic, and Front Wheel Drive.

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EX

EX

From $41,690

The 2027 Kia Carnival EX centers on a Regular Gasoline V-6 with 287 hp and 260 lb-ft, paired with Front Wheel Drive.

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EX Hybrid

EX Hybrid

From $43,690

Hybrid power defines the 2027 Kia Carnival EX Hybrid, starting at $43,690.

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SX

SX

From $46,590

The 2027 Kia Carnival SX starts at $46,590 and uses a Regular Gasoline V-6 making 287 hp and 260 lb-ft.

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SX Hybrid

SX Hybrid

From $48,590

For shoppers comparing Carnival trims, the SX Hybrid puts the Hybrid powertrain front and center.

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SX Prestige

SX Prestige

From $51,590

The 2027 Kia Carnival SX Prestige centers on a Regular Gasoline V-6 with 287 hp and 260 lb-ft.

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SX Prestige Hybrid

SX Prestige Hybrid

From $53,590

Hybrid power defines the 2027 Kia Carnival SX Prestige Hybrid, pairing an Intercooled Turbo Gas/Electric I-4 with Front Wheel Drive.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The LXS at $39,490 hits a practical sweet spot — it seats 8 (the LX seats only 7) and uses the same 287-hp 3.5L V-6 as every other gasoline trim, so you get full passenger capacity without paying for upper-trim features you may not need.

The hybrid trims return 33 mpg combined versus 21 mpg combined for the equivalent gasoline trims — a meaningful gap for high-mileage family driving. The entry point is the LXS Hybrid at $41,490, which is $2,000 more than the gasoline LXS; how quickly that pays back depends on how many miles you drive annually and local fuel prices.

Gasoline trims use a 3.5L V-6 making 287 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque paired with an 8-speed automatic; hybrid trims swap in a turbocharged 1.6L four-cylinder gas-electric system producing 242 hp and 270 lb-ft through a 6-speed automatic. The V-6 has a horsepower edge, while the hybrid counters with more torque and significantly better fuel economy.

No — every trim in the lineup is front-wheel drive only, including all hybrid configurations.

The Sienna is hybrid-only and standard AWD, while the Carnival gives you a choice between a gasoline V-6 and a hybrid four-cylinder, all in FWD. If AWD is a priority, the Sienna is the direct answer; if you want powertrain flexibility or a lower entry price ($37,490 for the LX), the Carnival has the edge.

Every trim except the LX seats 8; the LX seats 7. Cargo volume is 145.1 cu ft across the entire lineup regardless of trim or powertrain, so choosing a hybrid or a higher trim doesn't cost you any hauling space.
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